The Ukrainian parliament's Committee on Rules of Procedure has supported a resolution to dismiss Mariana Bezuhla, a member of parliament from President Volodymyr Zelensky's party, from her post as deputy head of the National Security and Defense Committee.
Republican Congressman Jim Jordan claimed that the GOP had "damning evidence" in President Joe Biden's impeachment inquiry, but the evidence provided by a Hunter Biden associate did not support the key allegations against Biden.
Congressional leaders have reached an agreement to fund the government and avoid a shutdown, but the deal still needs to pass through Congress, where it may face opposition. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization for complications from surgery has raised concerns and questions among White House and Pentagon officials.
Former President Donald Trump has called for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to be fired by the Biden administration after Austin failed to inform the White House about his hospitalization, leading to mounting criticism and calls for transparency.
Tensions rise in the Middle East as Hezbollah strikes an air traffic control base in northern Israel and warns of "another war," following an alleged Israeli assassination of a top Hamas official in Beirut.
Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Betta Edu, has been suspended by President Bola Tinubu following an alleged N585 million scandal in her ministry.
White House infrastructure coordinator Mitch Landrieu is leaving his post after two years and is expected to help push publicly for President Joe Biden’s reelection.
State Senator Richard Codey, D-Essex, is retiring after a 50-year career in the New Jersey Legislature, including a term as governor.
Chandra Babu targeted YCP MLA Roja in a public meeting, criticizing her hypocrisy on women empowerment and mocking her for dancing in a pub, drawing applause from the crowd.
Former President Trump intends to build a "giant dome" around the U.S. to protect it from a "hostile source" if he wins back the presidency, citing the funding sent to Israel for their "Iron Dome" missile defense system as a point of criticism.
SNP's Joanna Cherry demands an apology from Mhairi Black after she criticized some members for being "too comfortable" at Westminster.
Congressional Democrats, including "Squad" members Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib, and Cori Bush, have accepted campaign donations from a leader within an anti-Israel organization linked to Palestinian terrorism, raising concerns about their financial support from activists sympathetic to Hamas.
Former President Donald Trump has come under criticism for mocking the late Senator John McCain's war injuries, with Meghan McCain and GOP strategist Mike Murphy condemning his remarks.
Former Indian Express journalist Irena Akbar faced backlash and deactivated her Twitter account after expressing support for tourism in Lakshadweep due to its 97% Muslim population, while refusing to boycott Maldives, a country with a 98.4% Muslim population.
Regional parties in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have historically operated in a monarchical manner, with only the faces of the party leaders prominently featured, but the Congress government in Telangana is now allowing every minister to receive due importance and engage with the media regarding their respective portfolios under the leadership of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy.
Joe Biden is at risk of being "shuffled out behind closed doors" due to repeated gaffes and concerns about his age, which could jeopardize his election campaign, according to a top pollster.
The New York State Attorney General's corruption case against the NRA and its leaders centers around alleged mismanagement, including the misuse of resources for personal gain, nepotism, and corrupt practices, jeopardizing the organization's nonprofit status and charitable mission.
The U.S. Congress returns this week, with good news that House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer have reached agreement on spending numbers, potentially avoiding a government shutdown; however, there are still significant hurdles that could cause trouble for negotiations.
Pressure mounts on Speaker Mike Johnson as he works to secure a government funding deal and avoid a shutdown, with risks including opposition from conservatives who prioritize securing the southern border.
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is facing calls for his dismissal due to a lack of communication about his hospitalization, which has led to criticism from figures such as former President Donald Trump.
Several MLAs of the YSR Congress party are apprehensive about their chances of receiving party tickets for the upcoming assembly elections after being called to the office of Chief Minister and party president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy in Tadepalli; some MLAs expressed disappointment over the party's preference for turncoats over loyal party leaders.
China's state media has called for an "open-minded" approach to South Asian issues, including India's diplomatic row with the Maldives, as President Mohamed Muizzu visits Beijing to sign bilateral agreements.
The UK's Northern Ireland Secretary has criticized the Irish government's decision to challenge the UK government over the Troubles legacy act, expressing "profound regret" and questioning Ireland's record on handling prosecutions and legacy issues. The controversial act, which became law in September, has been disputed by Ireland and all major political parties in Northern Ireland, with Ireland taking the case to the European Court of Human Rights.
House lawmakers will focus on impeachment probes, a closed-door interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci, and advancing a contempt resolution against Hunter Biden during the first week of their 2024 legislative session.
Vijayawada MP Kesineni Nani and his daughter Kesineni Swetha have announced their resignations from Telugu Desam Party (TDP) due to ill-treatment by the party.
YS Jagan has finalized his MLA candidates for the upcoming election, but facing dissent and rebellion from Singanamala MLA Padmavathy Jonnalagadda, who claims discrimination against SC candidates in the YCP government.
Telugu Desam Party corporator Kesineni Swetha has resigned from her position and from the party for personal reasons, following her father Kesineni Nani's announcement that he will also be quitting the party.
The former chairman and party chief of China Everbright Group, Tang Shuangning, has been expelled from the Chinese Communist Party due to serious violations of disciplines and laws, including accepting bribes and seeking profits from job promotions, and his suspected crimes will be referred for further review and potential prosecution.
French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to announce a new prime minister on Monday, as he seeks a fresh approach for his criticized government.
Magunta Srinivasula Reddy, a loyal MP of the YCP, is considering joining TDP due to being denied a ticket by YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, which could lead to a rematch between Magunta and YV Subba Reddy in the upcoming elections.
China's recent military purge, which involved the removal of top officials, was driven by serious equipment issues such as missiles filled with water instead of fuel and flawed missile silos, leading to concerns over the country's ability to take on major military action, according to US intelligence sources cited by Bloomberg.
Congressional leaders have agreed on a $1.66 trillion spending deal for the rest of 2024, including $886 billion for defense and $772.7 billion for non-defense spending, in order to avoid a government shutdown.
Chinese officials in the town of Nanshan have been named and shamed for "lying flat," causing a stir in the civil service and sparking an online debate about the radical approach.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the longest-serving leader of the country, has consolidated power by making the opposition irrelevant through a combination of political maneuvering, international diplomacy, and a focus on pro-business and development-oriented governance.
Billionaire Jimi Wanjigi and politician Raila Odinga, former allies turned rivals, are joining forces again to protest against the Kenyan government's high cost of living and debt, signaling a convergence of convenience in their shared interests.
President William Ruto calls for unity between the executive and judiciary to address the country's challenges and implement development programs.
Maldives Minister of Foreign Affairs Moosa Zameer condemns derogatory remarks made by Maldivian ministers against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that these remarks do not reflect the official position of the Maldives government and the country remains committed to a positive and constructive dialogue with its neighbors.
Cenk Uygur, a commentator on The Young Turks, criticized Senator John Fetterman for his comments about Harvard University and his stance on Israel, accusing him of being a "fraud" and turning into a Republican.
Andhra Pradesh chief minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy's strategic selection of winning candidates for the upcoming elections is facing scrutiny as reports of discontent among those denied seats and the party's handling of the situation may negatively impact its public image.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization and the lack of transparency surrounding it has raised concerns among members of Congress, reflecting a breach of protocol and eroding trust in the Biden administration.
Lawmakers have allocated an additional N30bn for the renovation of the National Assembly Complex, bringing the total budget for the project to N60bn. However, the completion of the renovation has been delayed due to fund release issues and fluctuations in currency values.
Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent military purge was prompted by pervasive corruption that hindered his modernization efforts, while China has retaliated against the US by imposing new sanctions on defense industry firms due to arms sales to Taiwan.
President Bola Tinubu has called for a thorough investigation into the alleged N585 million scandal in the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation and vows to punish those involved, as anger grows over the breach of federal government financial regulations.
North Korea fired artillery shells near its sea boundary with South Korea, with Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, mocking South Korea's ability to detect the launches and criticizing their military.
U.S. lawmakers have reached a preliminary spending deal to fund the federal government for the rest of 2024, potentially averting a government shutdown, while negotiations are ongoing for a special deal pairing border and immigration policy changes with aid to Ukraine as it faces economic challenges.
Vitali Klitschko, the former heavyweight boxing champion and current mayor of Kyiv, was involved in a subsidiary of Ukrainian energy company Burisma Holdings that was chaired by Hunter Biden, potentially making him a witness in the impeachment inquiry into alleged Biden family corruption and raising questions about the US-Ukraine relationship.
Daily Kos is taking action in support of the Black community and offering ways for people to get involved in the upcoming elections.
The information display screens at Beirut's international airport were hacked to display an anti-Hezbollah message, accusing the group of putting Lebanon at risk for a war with Israel.
President Joe Biden expressed frustration at not being informed in a timely manner about Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization, leading to a review of how his medical treatment was disclosed and the possibility of someone losing their job. However, the White House publicly supports Austin and expects him to return to his role at the Pentagon.
Republican Representative Elise Stefanik faces backlash for referring to jailed Capitol rioters as "hostages," prompting condemnation from former Representative Liz Cheney and criticism on social media platforms.